The brain controls thought, movement and emotion. Billions of nerve cells in your brain, called neurons, send information to the rest of the body. When these neurons are not working properly, [...]
Adaptive equipment can improve an individual’s safety, efficiency, and independence with daily activities. There are various types of adaptive equipment for all ADLs (bathing, personal [...]
Rehabilitation plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for people with PD. Allied health professionals, including physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language [...]
Speaking is a complex motor task that requires many muscles including muscles for articulation, respiration, and phonation. The tongue and lips must move quickly and efficiently to produce the [...]
Caregiver burden can be defined as the strain or challenges felt by caregivers in respect to the physical, psychological, emotional, social, and even financial consequences that can be [...]
Falls are experiences that happen frequently during childhood that occur in sports, at a playground, or a clumsy accident with children hopping back onto their feet to carry on their day for the [...]
With the start of the new year, now is the perfect time to kick start or revamp your exercise routine. Why not make it a resolution! According to Forbes Health, the average resolution lasts less [...]
Concussions occur from an injury to the brain. Most concussion symptoms resolve within 2 weeks. However, every individual is unique, and the site and severity of the injury can play a role in the [...]
Individuals who seek rehabilitation services normally strive to heal their physical bodies, but it is also very significant to one’s recovery to heal their mind as well. One’s self-esteem can [...]
The effects of a stroke can impact your function in all daily activities. As therapists, our focus is to assist in your recovery so that you can enjoy the tasks that are meaningful to you. These [...]